Training 2: Inclusive Language Basics and the LWC People First Language GuideTuesday, July 30, 2024 from 6:00-7:00 PMRegister using this link.Dr. Ninochka McTaggart will explain what inclusive language is and the key concepts related to this term. Additionally, there will be a walkthrough of the LWVC People First Language Guide to demonstrate how inclusive language […]

Kick off month of August by joining members of the LWV of Southwest Santa Clara Valley for coffee (or tea if you prefer). This is an informal session to get to know our members and our community. The event will be held in Saratoga, near West Valley College. The address will be emailed to you. […]

We will run a voter outreach table at a National Night Out block party in Belle Haven (Menlo Park) on Tuesday, August 6th, taking place between Mt. Olive Church and Hamilton Park, from 6 to 9 PM. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Our regular Voter Service volunteers […]

Kicking off the month of August, Voter Services leaders have scheduled a second moderator training session on Tuesday, August 6, on the 2nd floor of the Walnut Creek Library at 6 pm. Currently, the team is scheduling dates for Candidate Forums with partner groups like PTA, AAUW, etc.  As we solidify the calendar, the team […]

We're back in person at Aloha Steakhouse in downtown Ventura.  At 5:30 for Happy HourLet's Get Acquainted! Talk about local issues or just enjoy a relaxing social get-together. Join us for happy hour.  Have a glass of wine.  Bring a friend or two.  RSVP to Matty(Formerly known as Meet the Members)

Due to the County Fair, this month we're meeting at Yolanda's Mexican Cafe.  At 5:30 for Happy HourLet's Get Acquainted! Talk about local issues or just enjoy a relaxing social get-together. Join us for happy hour.  Have a glass of wine.  Bring a friend or two.  RSVP to Matty(Formerly known as Meet the Members)

A presentation on the Ranked Choice Voting System by the Santa Clara County League of Women Voters Civil Discourse Committee.A discusssion about the potential advantages of this system:Open the field to more candidates?Get more voters to the polls?Get quicker election results?Confuse VotersAnd more!Our speakers include:Assoc. Prof. Jason McDaniel of SFSUSteve Chessin, President, Californians for Electoral Reform (CFR)Our Experts will […]

Join us for a Get Out The Vote (GOTV) postcarding event for the general election! We have partnered with the Center for Common Ground (CFCG) to send postcards to Black women voters in Texas. Is Postcarding Effective? YES!Hard data from the last several years of CFCG postcarding work have yielded the encouraging fact that postcarding increases voter engagement and reaches voters who do […]

While being a “leader” is usually a position, leadership is a practice anyone can use any place any time.  Through building relationships, communicating clearly, leading by example, and celebrating the contributions of others, any League member can work to empower voters and defend democracy through leadership in everyday life. The LWVBC invites you to join fellow […]

Meet and chat with your League friends in-person at our no-host lunch. Reconnect and get caught up with current Leaguers as well as meet new friends!  Join us for lunch at Bar Camino, 1470 North Broadway, Walnut Creek. There's easy and affordable parking across the street at the library parking lot.These lunches have been really fun, with some […]

Come meet League members by Zoom on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.Learn about what we are doing and join us as we carry out our mission:  Empowering Voters, Defending DemocracyBring your favorite beverage and a friend or two.RSVP to Kay

What does it mean to live by the Constitution? How does the Constitution fit into our democracy today? Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs will discuss these and other provocative questions addressed in his new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally." Jacobs is a well known writer who uses an entertaining style to tackle complex issues. He […]

What does it mean to live by the Constitution? How does the Constitution fit into our democracy today? Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs will discuss these and other provocative questions addressed in his new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally." Jacobs is a well known writer who uses an entertaining style to tackle complex issues. He […]

If you are interested in helping with our high school voter registration project, please sign up to attend one of our training sessions. Even if you attended a training in the past year, we have updates for everyone. Each session will be approximate two hours.If you would like to sign up, please contact Betsy Patterson […]

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 Lunch with League Save the Date: August 21, 2024Speaker: Sada Rahmani, Public Affairs, Planned Parenthood Topic: Planned Parenthood Update Post Roe v. WadeTopics to be presented will include, post Roe v Wade climate for accessing needed care; current data as a result of the overturn of Roe v Wade, OBGYNs leaving States with restrictive access to needed healthcare, increase […]

Wednesday, August 21, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom Registration Link: copy/paste in browser https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcumvpzgtEtRs7Ibo_ayuvTF8rcSjsyES  Saturday, August 24, 10-11 am, in person at the League Office, 444 Peninsula Ave, St 1, San Mateo CA 94401RSVP to membership@lwvncsmc.orgPlus optional social time from 11 - 11:30a at the office Welcome to our new members! Please join us for […]

Book Title - I Never Thought of It That WayAuthor: Monica Guzman   Goodreads Review The North Book Club meets monthly on the fourth Thursday.  All are welcome to attend.  Send email to contact below to RSVP.  

 Are you concerned about the risks of misinformation and disinformation on our culture, our communities, our elections and ultimately our democracy? Are you worried about the potential impact of AI-generated images and videos?If so, please join us for an eye-opening discussion on the impact of misinformation and disinformation during elections. Learn how to spot fake news, fact-check sources, […]

If you are interested in helping with our high school voter registration project, please sign up to attend one of our training sessions. Even if you attended a training in the past year, we have updates for everyone. Each session will be approximate two hours.If you would like to sign up, please contact Betsy Patterson […]

If you are interested in helping with our high school voter registration project, please sign up to attend one of our training sessions. Even if you attended a training in the past year, we have updates for everyone. Each session will be approximate two hours.If you would like to sign up, please contact Betsy Patterson […]

Participate and Celebrate Freedom Summer!Sat, Aug 24, 2024 at 2:00 PMBenicia Public Library, 150 E L St, Benicia, CA, 94510Event DetailsA free program, Freedom Summer – 60 Years of Voting Rights will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, at the Dona Benicia Room at the Benicia Public Library, 150 East L Street in Benicia.This event is […]

Please gather with us to view the PCPA play "The Agitators". This must-see play is about the unlikely friendship between Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony.The funds raised through donation will go toward our fall candidate forums, voter education and campaign to GET OUT THE VOTE.The show is Sunday, August 25th,  Noon - 3 PMat […]

We will be honoring the following individuals:Women's Equality Day Award - Retired Judge Jane Cardoza, First Hispanic Female Superiod Court Judge in Fresno CountyWerner Lipton Award for Advocacy and Volunteerisam - Gloria Hernandez, Outspoken CitizenRBG Scholarship Winner - Blanca Delgado Mendoza - San Joaquin College of LawHors D’ouevres will be servedQuestions? Call Marie at 559-224-5241Event Cost $25.00. […]

Are you a first-time voter? Have you voted before, but it’s still new to you? Join one of our livestream events emceed by young voters like you! We’ll share information about the mechanics of safe elections and how to vote your ballot. Learn from your local election officials, join us!Thursday, August 29, 2024Thursday, Sepetember 19, 2024Follow […]